When Sharon Baker began working with clients at end of life, she quickly realised something important: this was work she loved — and work for which there was very little specific training.

Rooted in the Cathexis approach to Transactional Analysis, these seminars focus on how early relational experiences shape adult patterns of relating, coping, and organising the self. Themes such as passivity, symbiosis, and defensive relational patterns are explored not as problems to be fixed, but as meaningful adaptations that continue to influence therapeutic relationships and clinical process.

Transactional Analysis (TA) is a psychotherapy and counselling approach that helps us understand how people relate, communicate, and change – both with others and with themselves. One of TA’s strengths is that it’s clear and practical. The ideas are accessible early on, yet deep enough to support a lifetime of learning and clinical work. Many people find it immediately useful – in their work, relationships, and personal development.

The TA101 is designed as an introduction. Not a commitment to training as a therapist. Not a leap into a new profession. But a brief insight into how we relate as human beings – and why we do what we do.

Learn more about Transactional Analysis – and how will it help you in your counselling work?

TA Deep Dive seminar series offers space to slow down and think more deeply about clinical work.

As the Christmas season draws near, many of us might be feeling the familiar mix of excitement, warmth, and—let’s be honest—financial pressure. It is, after all, a time traditionally associated with gift-giving, gatherings, and celebrations that can stretch both our time and our bank accounts.

At Physis Scotland, we are excited to share some fantastic news about our future. We are welcoming new partners into our organisation, strengthening our foundations and ensuring that our long-term future is secure.

As autumn settles in and the days take on a different rhythm, we at Physis Scotland are delighted to welcome a new term – and with it, a new community of students beginning their training journey with us.

Becoming a Therapist - a guest blog from Lori Sutherland sharing how she transitioned her career from being a hairdresser to a therapist during the COVID lockdown.

As the earth begins to warm and the first buds of spring push their way through the soil, we’re reminded of nature’s quiet yet powerful message: change is not only possible, it’s necessary. At Physis Scotland, we often speak about transformation—the way individuals grow, adapt, and heal. Growing beyond imagination. And what better metaphor for that journey than the turning of the season?

Recently Fi and I had a day out at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre for the Mental Health and Wellbeing Scotland awards.

I wonder what a new year means to you? Do you set goals to achieve during the year, make resolutions to do things differently?

At Physis Scotland all of our courses are now underway for the new academic year. Core training to become a counsellor or psychotherapist st

Summer is often a time when individuals feel ready take action. This could include applying for new courses, adding skills or setting goals.

The life I didn’t live... Somebody said this to me when they were talking about a time in their life when a big choice had to be made...

Rebecca Elston CTA P, currently facilitating a fascinating ECO TA series of workshops at Physis Scotland reflects on the learnings....

Paul, with excited anticipation, joined our March TA101 from the United States.  He shares his experience and learnings from the weekend.  

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How are You Managing your Energy Levels while Studying and Juggling Life? Fiona Melvin-Farr, our Marketing Consultant also runs an online...